Hearst Castle, Mediterranean mansion in San Simeon, United States.
The Hearst Castle complex spans 127 acres with a twin-towered main building, three guest houses, gardens, fountains, and outdoor pools on a hilltop.
Construction of this estate began in 1919 when newspaper publisher William Randolph Hearst commissioned architect Julia Morgan to create his private residence.
The estate contains an extensive collection of European art pieces, including Roman mosaics, Gothic ceilings, Egyptian statues, and Renaissance tapestries throughout its 177 rooms.
Visitors can select from multiple guided tours starting at $35 for adults and $18 for children between 5 and 12 years old.
The Neptune Pool holds 345,000 gallons of water and features ancient Roman temple facades, Vermont marble, and sculptures from Greece.
Location: San Luis Obispo County
Inception: 1919
Architects: Julia Morgan
Architectural style: Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, Mediterranean Revival architecture
Part of: Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument
Website: http://hearstcastle.org
GPS coordinates: 35.68528,-121.16778
Latest update: June 1, 2025 23:12
These North American mansions display the architecture and life of the industrial elite from the 19th and early 20th centuries. From Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater to the Vanderbilt estate The Breakers, these buildings present various architectural styles including French Renaissance, Tudor and Victorian design.
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